Sicily named focus for large scale irrigation and reform
National Geographic notes Italy plans major development in Sicily including breaking up large estates and launching irrigation and construction programs. It highlights Sicily’s dense population, long history of agriculture, mineral wealth, and strategic position in the Mediterranean as a key factor in future economic and political importance.
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National Geographic Society
Ashington
D. C
WNU
Sicily
Mediterranean Sea
Europe
Texas
Greece
Syracuse
Athens
Rome
Teutonic
Garibaldi
Italy
Mediterranean
Africa
Tunisia
France
Benito Mussolini
Mussolini
Colombia Leads South American Aviation Service
Colombia develops a dense air network elevating its status in commercial flight. The high Andes create valleys with temperate climates where 17 busy airlines operate, serving a population much smaller than the U S. Coffee leather gold emeralds and platinum exports drive its commerce.
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National Geographic Society
Ashington
D. C
WNU
Colombia
Andes
Orinoco River
South America
Mexico
Rio Grande
Federal District
United States
U. S
Child Guides Hobby Start With Parental Guidance
Article urges well directed hobby opening new vistas for youths. Parents should cooperate not command while hobbies may reveal thwarted affection for new things.
Athletes Foot Cure Through Simple Home Treatment
A health column cites 80 percent of foot patients at Massachusetts General Hospital with foot problems related to standing and ill fitting shoes. It outlines a hot water soak with potassium permanganate, then Whitfield's ointment, and warns to start with milder measures for sensitive skin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
Lake Carriers Association
Whitfield
Udo Wilde
University of Michigan
Fish Poisoning or Brain Pressure Headache Case Review
A physician's fish meal preceded intense headache and vomiting that persisted until spinal fluid removal relieved symptoms. Doctors concluded initial poisoning from the fish was unlikely and blamed brain pressure. The piece notes abdominal pain with vomiting can stem from brain or heart disorders, urging consideration of nonabdominal causes.
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Western Newspaper
Union
Desserts Crown the Menu in Tested Recipes Collection
A menu building guide emphasizes desserts as nutrition partners and offers tested recipes such as Queen of Puddings Lemon Meringue and Maple Cake. The article details custard baking, meringue topping, and ice cream directions plus a call to obtain Eleanor Howe's Household Hints for home questions.
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Eleanor Howe
North
Michigan Avenue
Chicago
Illinois
Butterfat Yields Rise as Dairy Associations Improve Herds
Dairy herd improvement associations report a decade of gains in butterfat output. By culling poor producers, feeding for production, and selecting better dairy sires, the average yearly butterfat per cow has risen about 30 pounds, boosting member returns by roughly eight million dollars annually.
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J. F. Kendrick
Federal Bureau of Dairy Industry
The Wedge of Work Ethic Inspires Greater Success
A Rotary motto praises the man who goes beyond duties, adding small details with equal care to major tasks. The idea: consistent extra effort builds a path to bigger achievements and overall success.
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London
Foods Men Like to Eat Recipes for Men from Eleanor Howe
Next week Eleanor Howe presents Foods Men Like to Eat a feature on wholesome dishes that appeal to men and keep them healthy and happy. She shares recipes that are favorites with men and offers practical serving ideas for an appealing table.
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Grace Archbold
Mrs. Wilson
Donald
Mrs. Macgregor
Harry
Ethel
Eleanor Howe
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